Pricing for xDrive BMW M2 revealed for South Africa!
BMW South Africa has officially expanded its high-performance compact lineup with the introduction of the new all-wheel-drive BMW M2 coupe M xDrive. Joining its rear-wheel-drive siblings, the M xDrive variant brings added traction and a slightly higher price tag.
Below is the local pricing, key specifications, and a side-by-side comparison with its closest rivals in South Africa.
BMW M2 xDrive Pricing in South Africa
The new M2 M xDrive leads the range as the performance flagbearer, equipped with BMW’s 8-speed M Steptronic transmission as standard.
BMW M2 coupe auto: R1 621 988 (incl. R20 988 CO2 tax)
BMW M2 coupe manual: R1 632 334 (incl. R22 834 CO2 tax)
BMW M2 coupe M xDrive: R1 688 002 (incl. R23 002 CO2 tax)
All prices include a standard 5-year/100 000 km Motorplan maintenance plan and a 2-year/unlimited km warranty.
Performance
Under the bonnet, the M2 M xDrive retains the twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six engine, producing 353 kW and 600 Nm of torque. However, the addition of the intelligent M xDrive all-wheel-drive system transforms its off-the-line capabilities.
0–100 km/h Acceleration: 3.7 seconds (0.3s faster than the rear-wheel-drive auto and 0.5s quicker than the manual)
Top Speed: 285 km/h
Fuel Consumption (Combined): 10.2 L/100 km
CO2 Emissions: 232 g/km
Comparison: BMW M2 Range vs. Ford Mustang Dark Horse
Here is how the new BMW M2 M xDrive stacks up against its rear-wheel-drive stablemates and its V8 muscle car rival, the Ford Mustang Dark Horse.
| Specification / Feature | BMW M2 Auto | BMW M2 Manual | BMW M2 M xDrive | Ford Mustang Dark Horse |
| Price (incl. Tax) | R1 621 988 | R1 632 334 | R1 688 002 | R1 556 400 |
| Engine | 3.0L Turbo Inline-6 | 3.0L Turbo Inline-6 | 3.0L Turbo Inline-6 | 5.0L V8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD (M xDrive) | RWD |
| Power / Torque | 353 kW / 600 Nm | 353 kW / 550 Nm | 353 kW / 600 Nm | 334 kW / 540 Nm |
| Transmission | 8-speed Auto | 6-speed Manual | 8-speed Auto | 10-speed Auto |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.0 sec | 4.2 sec | 3.7 sec | 4.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 285 km/h | 285 km/h | 285 km/h | 267 km/h |
| Claimed Fuel Use | 9.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 12.9 L/100 km |
| Wheels (Front / Rear) | 19" / 20" | 19" / 20" | 19" / 20" | 19" / 19" |
| Maintenance / Service | 5-yr/100 000km Plan | 5-yr/100 000km Plan | 5-yr/100 000km Plan | 6-yr/90 000km Plan |
Key Standard Features & Specification
The BMW M2 M xDrive comes heavily specified out of the factory:
Chassis & handling: Adaptive M suspension, M Sport differential, electro-mechanical parking brake, and staggered 19-inch front / 20-inch rear light-alloy wheels.
Interior & comfort: Leather upholstery, electrically adjustable heated front M sports seats with driver memory, dual-zone automatic climate control, ambient lighting, and keyless access.
Technology & infotainment: Digital instrument display, central touchscreen controls interface, satellite navigation, head-up display, and Bluetooth/USB connectivity.
Driver assistance & safety: Cruise control, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, front and rear Park Distance Control (PDC) with rear camera, and self-parking assist.
